Installing Scissor Jacks

[Air_Force_dude]

I was looking to install my scissor jacks to the chassis, but my buddy said I shouldn’t drill into the chassis because it can mess with the integrity of it. Is this true?

[rfd2117]

Originally Posted by Air_Force_dude

I was looking to install my scissor jacks to the chassis, but my buddy said I shouldn’t drill into the chassis because it can mess with the integrity of it. Is this true?

Not sure but I installed scissor jacks on the rear of our class c moterhome to help stabilize some. I was surprised how well the actually help keep the rocking to a minimum. I drilled thru the frame and attached the with the self threading bolts supplied. We really like how much it helped, not 100% rock solid but pretty close.

[bry899]

Originally Posted by Air_Force_dude

I was looking to install my scissor jacks to the chassis, but my buddy said I shouldn’t drill into the chassis because it can mess with the integrity of it. Is this true?

I Installed Front & Rear scissor jacks on my class C
The back Jacks I used 2 Bolts drilled one hole and used a hole that was already there.
The front I did the same but I also had to add approx 1" spacer.
They are rated 5000 lbs each but I wouldn't dare try to use them to lift the entire rig.
I do use them to help level the the motorhome, approx 1" .
They help a lot in keeping the motorhome stable.

[Zippy]

Originally Posted by Air_Force_dude

I was looking to install my scissor jacks to the chassis, but my buddy said I shouldn’t drill into the chassis because it can mess with the integrity of it. Is this true?

I put scissor jacks on back of my class c. Did not have to drill any holes. I turned One of the mounting plates on the jacks and it matched up with holes in frame.

[Air_Force_dude]

Thanks everyone for the inputs. I will look under again and use the ideas that’s been given. Thank you!

[GCTraveler]

Just curious, but what kind of scissor jacks?

[Zippy]

I got them from CW. Catalog #34586. The top plates are in a “T” pattern, unbolt them are turn one to the inside and the holes will line up with the holes in back of RV frame.

[GCTraveler]

So you just mount them and drive with them bolted to frame?

[JamieGeek]

Originally Posted by GCTraveler

So you just mount them and drive with them bolted to frame?

I have some welded to the frame. Its no different than a travel trailer with scissor jacks: Crank them up and drive away (don't forget to do that before moving, however ).

[Zippy]

Originally Posted by GCTraveler

So you just mount them and drive with them bolted to frame?

Yes they fold up out of way just like a camper.